Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines | Umtata Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines | Umtata (Shell Ultra City) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines | Umtata (Shell Ultra City) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth - Ellerine Store, 14 High Street, Butterworth | Mthatha Shell Ultra City | No tags |
Get from Butterworth to Mthatha
The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Mthatha?
Stops in Butterworth
- A
Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
Stops in Mthatha
- A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa - B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Butterworth, ZA to Mthatha by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Butterworth to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Butterworth to Mthatha start from $28. The average price for this route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Butterworth to Mthatha?
The average bus travel time from Butterworth to Mthatha is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 98 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 55m and is operated by Jobela Star.
Which bus companies service the Butterworth to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Eagle Liner, Mavumisa Transport, Jobela Star, Greyhound South Africa, Makalala Transport, Flexi City Connect.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Butterworth to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Butterworth to Mthatha at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Butterworth to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Butterworth to Mthatha generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Butterworth to Mthatha?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Butterworth to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Butterworth to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Butterworth to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Mthatha was searched and found on Dec 21, 2025 with a price of $32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Butterworth, ZA to Mthatha, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $32 to $162 for a bus ticket from Butterworth, ZA to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-12-21.
